What’s open and closed on MLK Day 2024
CNN
Monday, January 15, celebrates the birthday of celebrated civil rights leader Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monday, January 15, celebrates the birthday of celebrated civil rights leader Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. Though the federal holiday coincides with King’s actual birthday this year, it always falls on the third Monday of January. Just four days after King’s assassination in 1968, US Rep. John Conyers introduced legislation for a federal holiday to honor the fallen leader. However, the first national celebration of MLK Day didn’t take place until 1986 after years of advocacy. New Hampshire became the last state to adopt a holiday honoring King, in 1999. Here’s what’s open and closed on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2024. Major US retailers and grocers — such as Target, Walmart and Kroger — will be open on MLK Day. Wholesale retailers Costco and Sam’s Club will also be open on Monday. Most major restaurant chains will also be serving food, but make sure to check with local stores and restaurants for their hours. Nature lovers can enjoy free admission to any of the US National Parks on Monday. MLK Day is one of six free entrance days in 2024.
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